1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Fiat Seicento

To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 21 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa.

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, 2005 Fiat Seicento (88 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (70 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Citroen Visa 2005 Fiat Seicento
Make Citroen Fiat
Model Visa Seicento
Year Released 1984 2005
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 952 cc 1108 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 44 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 2750 RPM
Torque 70 Nm 88 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 810 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 3330 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1520 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2210 mm


 

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