1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt 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 1,322 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 180 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Visa | Colt |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
