1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2001 Hyundai XG 300
To start off, 2001 Hyundai XG 300 is newer by 18 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai XG 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai XG 300 (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai XG 300 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai XG 300 weights approximately 893 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, 2001 Hyundai XG 300 (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai XG 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 2001 Hyundai XG 300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Visa | XG 300 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
