1980 Citroen Visa vs. 1991 Renault Clio
To start off, 1991 Renault Clio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Clio (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Clio weights approximately 88 kg more than 1980 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, 1991 Renault Clio (182 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm). This means 1991 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen Visa | 1991 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Visa | Clio |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
