1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Versa (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 632 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 Nissan Versa (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 2009 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Visa | Versa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
