1980 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2005 Honda Avancier 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 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Avancier weights approximately 898 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 2005 Honda Avancier 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, 2005 Honda Avancier 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, 2005 Honda Avancier (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa. 2005 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 1980 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1980 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen Visa | 2005 Honda Avancier | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Visa | Avancier |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |