1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 22 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat 500 (54 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat 500 weights approximately 258 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, 2008 Fiat 500 (146 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Visa | 500 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
