1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Toyota Celica 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Celica (140 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Celica weights approximately 382 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 Toyota Celica (170 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2004 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Visa | Celica |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |