1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1996 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 290 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1996 Fiat Coupe | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Visa | Coupe |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |