1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 24 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 718 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, 2007 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Visa | Focus |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 320 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 | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |