1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 19 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, 1984 Citroen Visa (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Visa | Punto |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
