1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 15 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 160 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, 1984 Citroen Visa (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Visa | Palio |
Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 51 L |