1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1998 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Matiz 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 49 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 48 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 (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 1998 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | Visa | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
