1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 27 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fiesta (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 244 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, 2010 Ford Fiesta (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Visa | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |