1981 Citroen Visa vs. 2002 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Magnus (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 678 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, 2002 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Visa. 2002 Daewoo Magnus has automatic transmission and 1981 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1981 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Daewoo Magnus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen Visa | 2002 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | Visa | Magnus |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 197 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 | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
