1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1983 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 175 kg more than 1983 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1984 Citroen Visa (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1983 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Visa | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 55.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 34 L |