1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1998 Kia Joice

To start off, 1998 Kia Joice 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 575 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.

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, 1998 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Citroen Visa 1998 Kia Joice
Make Citroen Kia
Model Visa Joice
Year Released 1983 1998
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1358 cc 1977 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 136 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 107 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2730 mm


 

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