1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 26 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 615 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, 2010 Brilliance BS4 (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2010 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Brilliance |
| Model | Visa | BS4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |
