1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 23 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Accent (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 168 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, 2007 Hyundai Accent (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2007 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Visa | Accent |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
