1980 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 364 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 Toyota Yaris (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen Visa | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Visa | Yaris |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |