1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 18 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 19 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Smart ForTwo 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 2002 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1984 Citroen Visa (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Citroen | Smart |
Model | Visa | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 22 L |