1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2003 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2003 Smart ForTwo 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 952 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 5 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 2003 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 2003 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, 2003 Smart ForTwo (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2003 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Citroen | Smart |
Model | Visa | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1820 mm |