1982 Citroen Visa vs. 1999 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen Visa (80 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Citroen Visa weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. 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, 1982 Citroen Visa (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen Visa | 1999 Daihatsu Sirion | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Visa | Sirion |
Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 37 L |