1981 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2005 Lancia Phedra 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Phedra (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 890 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 Lancia Phedra (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen Visa | 2005 Lancia Phedra | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Visa | Phedra |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1612 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |