1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 Honda Jazz

To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz 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 1,245 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Jazz (77 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 326 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 Honda Jazz (110 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm). This means 2010 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Citroen Visa 2010 Honda Jazz
Make Citroen Honda
Model Visa Jazz
Year Released 1983 2010
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 650 cc 1245 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 35 HP 77 HP
Torque 50 Nm 110 Nm
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 124 km/hour 170 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 722 kg 1048 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.9 L/100km 5.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 42 L


 

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