1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2003 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 19 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 148 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, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2003 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Visa | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |
