1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Opel Trixx
To start off, 2004 Opel Trixx 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 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Trixx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Trixx (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Trixx should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Trixx weights approximately 128 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 Opel Trixx (173 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Trixx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 2004 Opel Trixx | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Visa | Trixx |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 1251 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 30 L |
