1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 26 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fusion weights approximately 419 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, 2009 Ford Fusion (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Visa | Fusion |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1159 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |