1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1996 Kia Retona
To start off, 1996 Kia Retona is newer by 13 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), 1996 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 1130 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.
Because 1996 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1996 Kia Retona | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Visa | Retona |
Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |