1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1997 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 13 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Coupe (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 475 kg more than 1984 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, 1997 Hyundai Coupe (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1997 Hyundai Coupe | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | Visa | Coupe |
Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |