1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1971 Fiat 127
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen Visa weights approximately 46 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127. 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, 1985 Citroen Visa (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 1971 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Visa | 127 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
