1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1996 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1996 Fiat Punto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Visa weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Fiat Punto. 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, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Punto. (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1996 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Visa | Punto |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |