1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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 2,834 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 440 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.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | Visa | Colt |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2834 cc |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2970 mm |