1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2002 Fiat Palio

To start off, 2002 Fiat Palio is newer by 16 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 47 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Palio. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Palio weights approximately 135 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Palio.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Citroen Visa 2002 Fiat Palio
Make Citroen Fiat
Model Visa Palio
Year Released 1986 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1579 cc 1368 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 106 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 104 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1025 kg
Vehicle Length 3710 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2430 mm