1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Citroen C1
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 25 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, 2009 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1.
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, 1984 Citroen Visa (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2009 Citroen C1 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Visa | C1 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 41 L |