1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1973 Renault 5
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen Visa (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen Visa weights approximately 95 kg more than 1973 Renault 5. 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, 1983 Citroen Visa (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1973 Renault 5 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Visa | 5 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |