1980 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 27 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 358 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, 2007 Kia Rio (127 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa. 2007 Kia Rio 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. 2007 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen Visa | 2007 Kia Rio | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Visa | Rio |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |