1988 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Siena (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 923 kg more than 1988 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 Fiat Siena (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen Visa | 2006 Fiat Siena | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Visa | Siena |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |