1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1952 Fiat 8V
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 8V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 8V would be higher. At 1,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Fiat 8V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Fiat 8V (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Fiat 8V should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 8V weights approximately 208 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Fiat 8V is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Fiat 8V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1952 Fiat 8V (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Fiat 8V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1952 Fiat 8V | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Visa | 8V |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 61.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 79 L |
