1980 Citroen Visa vs. 2000 Honda Z
To start off, 2000 Honda Z is newer by 20 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 656 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Honda Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Z weights approximately 238 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.
Because 2000 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Honda Z (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen Visa | 2000 Honda Z | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Visa | Z |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
