1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2000 Lada Samara
To start off, 2000 Lada Samara is newer by 17 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lada Samara (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Samara weights approximately 268 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, 2000 Lada Samara (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2000 Lada Samara | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | Visa | Samara |
Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71 mm |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |