1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 25 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), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (80 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 220 kg more 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Visa | Panda |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 72 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |