1985 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 20 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 @ 6250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen Visa weights approximately 16 kg more than 2005 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Visa | Panda |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
