1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 27 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, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Visa | C3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
