1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 275 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 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Visa | Yaris |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |