1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2000 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2000 Fiat Palio is newer by 14 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Palio (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Palio weights approximately 418 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. 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, 2000 Fiat Palio (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2000 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Visa | Palio |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
