1980 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 28 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), 2008 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Kalos (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 348 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, 2008 Daewoo Kalos (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen Visa | 2008 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
Model | Visa | Kalos |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
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 | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 165 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 | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |