1985 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Fiat Palio II
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 21 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 449 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 2006 Fiat Palio II | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Visa | Palio II |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 20.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
