1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos 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, 1984 Citroen Visa (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Atos. 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, 1984 Citroen Visa (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2009 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | Visa | Atos |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5450 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |