1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1977 Fiat 126
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 652 cc (2 cylinders), 1985 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen Visa weights approximately 142 kg more than 1977 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 1977 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Visa | 126 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 20 L |
