1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1998 Zagato Zuma
To start off, 1998 Zagato Zuma 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Zagato Zuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Zagato Zuma (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Zagato Zuma should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Zagato Zuma weights approximately 245 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 Zagato Zuma (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Zagato Zuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1998 Zagato Zuma | |
Make | Citroen | Zagato |
Model | Visa | Zuma |
Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |