1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1998 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 15 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen Visa (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 80 kg more 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, 1983 Citroen Visa (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (93 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1998 Citroen Saxo | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Visa | Saxo |
Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |