1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2004 Fiat Doblo is newer by 18 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Doblo (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 424 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, 2004 Fiat Doblo (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2004 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Visa | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
