1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 9 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 260 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa. 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Visa | Punto |
Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1372 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |