1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2000 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2000 Panoz AIV 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Panoz AIV weights approximately 458 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.
Because 2000 Panoz AIV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Panoz AIV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2000 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Citroen | Panoz |
| Model | Visa | AIV |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |
