1981 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 24 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 366 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, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Visa. 2005 Daewoo Kalos 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. 2005 Daewoo Kalos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen Visa | 2005 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | Visa | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 176 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 | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
