1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2001 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2001 Fiat Doblo is newer by 15 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 42 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 330 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, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2001 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Visa | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
