1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 23 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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 480 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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Visa | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 58 L |
