1981 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 28 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 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Visa.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Visa. 2009 Infiniti FX 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. 2009 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen Visa | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
Model | Visa | FX |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 5019 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |