1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2002 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2002 Skoda Superb 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Superb (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Superb weights approximately 720 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, 2002 Skoda Superb (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 2002 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | Visa | Superb |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 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 | 740 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
