1981 Citroen Visa vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Getz is newer by 30 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Getz (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 388 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, 2011 Hyundai Getz (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen Visa | 2011 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Visa | Getz |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 169 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 | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
