1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2003 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2003 Fiat Siena is newer by 17 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Siena (69 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Siena weights approximately 300 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, 2003 Fiat Siena (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2003 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Visa | Siena |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 20.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
