1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 1060 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.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2004 Kia Retona | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Visa | Retona |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |