1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 23 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 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen Visa weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
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, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Visa | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
