1981 Citroen Visa vs. 1985 Holden Camira
To start off, 1985 Holden Camira is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Camira (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Camira weights approximately 293 kg more than 1981 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, 1985 Holden Camira (126 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen Visa | 1985 Holden Camira | |
Make | Citroen | Holden |
Model | Visa | Camira |
Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |