1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1957 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 65 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 1100 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 1957 Fiat 1100. 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, 1984 Citroen Visa (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1957 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Visa | 1100 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1957 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |