1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1978 Fiat 133
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (80 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 140 kg more than 1978 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Fiat 133 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 1978 Fiat 133. 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 (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1978 Fiat 133 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Visa | 133 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 842 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 33 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2030 mm |