1982 Citroen Visa vs. 2003 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 21 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, 2003 Suzuki Ignis (81 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 125 kg more than 1982 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Ignis 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, 1982 Citroen Visa (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Visa | 2003 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Visa | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
