1981 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2004 Smart ForFour is newer by 23 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Smart ForFour weights approximately 248 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, 2004 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen Visa | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Citroen | Smart |
Model | Visa | ForFour |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 180 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 | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |