1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1971 Fiat 124
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 124 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) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 124 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Because 1971 Fiat 124 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 1971 Fiat 124. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1971 Fiat 124 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Visa | 124 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 137 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |