1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 20 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 1,196 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Fabia (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 448 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, 2006 Skoda Fabia (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | Visa | Fabia |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |