1980 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 25 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 415 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, 2005 Ford Fiesta (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen Visa | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Visa | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 208 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 | 1137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |