1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2003 MCC ForFour
To start off, 2003 MCC ForFour 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 1,331 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 MCC ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MCC ForFour (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MCC ForFour should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MCC ForFour weights approximately 160 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 MCC ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 MCC ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2003 MCC ForFour | |
| Make | Citroen | MCC |
| Model | Visa | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
