1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1998 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 1998 Fiat Multipla is newer by 12 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Multipla. (103 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 420 kg more than 1986 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, 1998 Fiat Multipla (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1998 Fiat Multipla | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Visa | Multipla |
Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |