1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1953 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Because 1953 Fiat 1400 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 1953 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, both vehicles can yield 134 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1953 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Visa | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
