1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2002 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2002 Fiat Stilo 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Stilo (101 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 576 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, 2002 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2002 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Visa | Stilo |
Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 50 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |