1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2002 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2002 Fiat Seicento is newer by 18 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (80 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Fiat Seicento. 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 (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2002 Fiat Seicento | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Visa | Seicento |
Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1114 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |