1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 160 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 Palio (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio 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 Palio | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Visa | Palio |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 184 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 | 890 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |