1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1986 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1986 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Visa 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) has 70 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Panda. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen Visa weights approximately 196 kg more than 1986 Fiat Panda. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Panda. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 1986 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Visa | Panda |
Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 34 HP |
Torque | 137 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 58 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |