1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 30 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 1193 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.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW X3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa. 2013 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 1983 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1983 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Visa | X3 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 67 L |
