1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 22 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Yaris (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 463 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, 2006 Toyota Yaris (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa. 2006 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Visa | Yaris |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |