1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1991 Citroen ZX
To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen ZX (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen ZX weights approximately 230 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. 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, 1991 Citroen ZX (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 1991 Citroen ZX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Visa | ZX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
