1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1994 Holden Barina
To start off, 1994 Holden Barina is newer by 11 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 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen Visa weights approximately 30 kg more than 1994 Holden Barina.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Barina. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1994 Holden Barina | |
Make | Citroen | Holden |
Model | Visa | Barina |
Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |