1980 Citroen Visa vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1997 Skoda Octavia is newer by 17 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Skoda Octavia (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 493 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, 1997 Skoda Octavia (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen Visa | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | Visa | Octavia |
Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |