1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 22 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 293 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, 2005 Citroen Xsara (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 2005 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Visa | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
