1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1983 Fiat 131
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat 131 (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat 131 weights approximately 240 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 1983 Fiat 131 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 1983 Fiat 131. 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, 1983 Fiat 131 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1983 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Visa | 131 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 1367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |