1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 24 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Panda weights approximately 95 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2008 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Visa | Panda |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |