1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1990 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1990 Suzuki Alto is newer by 7 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 796 cc (3 cylinders), 1990 Suzuki Alto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Suzuki Alto (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen Visa weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Alto.
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, 1990 Suzuki Alto (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 1990 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Visa | Alto |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2180 mm |
