1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Citroen C3
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 24 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 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C3 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 386 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, 2008 Citroen C3 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2008 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Visa | C3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
