1988 Citroen Visa vs. 1961 Fiat 850
To start off, 1988 Citroen Visa is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 847 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 850 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen Visa weights approximately 109 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850.
Because 1961 Fiat 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 Fiat 850 (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen Visa | 1961 Fiat 850 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Visa | 850 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1961 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 38 L |