1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1986 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1986 Ford Fiesta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Fiesta (75 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen Visa weights approximately 5 kg more than 1986 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1986 Ford Fiesta (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 1986 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2300 mm |
