1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2003 Rover 75
To start off, 2003 Rover 75 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover 75 weights approximately 525 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 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2003 Rover 75 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | Visa | 75 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |