1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Fiat Punto

To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 19 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 350 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, 2005 Fiat Punto (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Citroen Visa 2005 Fiat Punto
Make Citroen Fiat
Model Visa Punto
Year Released 1986 2005
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1124 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 56 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 80 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 69 mm 90.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 1150 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 3850 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 47 L


 

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