1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1986 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1986 Citroen C 15 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa 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 15 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 45 kg more than 1986 Citroen C 15. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1986 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Visa | C 15 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 66 L |