1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2002 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2002 Citroen C 15 is newer by 19 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen Visa (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa.
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, 2002 Citroen C 15 (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2002 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Visa | C 15 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |