1980 Citroen Visa vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 32 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 895 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, 2012 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen Visa | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Visa | Maxima |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |