1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2000 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 2000 Citroen Saxo is newer by 16 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Saxo (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 65 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, 2000 Citroen Saxo (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2000 Citroen Saxo | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Visa | Saxo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
