1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1993 Ford Focus
To start off, 1993 Ford Focus is newer by 10 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Focus (227 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa.
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, 1993 Ford Focus (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 1993 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | Focus |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
