1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Almera 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Almera (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Almera weights approximately 740 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 Nissan Almera (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Visa | Almera |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2540 mm |
