1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 20 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Punto (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Punto weights approximately 313 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, 2004 Fiat Punto (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2004 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Visa | Punto |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |