1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2012 Mitsubishi ASX
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi ASX is newer by 28 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi ASX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi ASX (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi ASX should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi ASX weights approximately 485 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, 2012 Mitsubishi ASX (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi ASX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2012 Mitsubishi ASX | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Visa | ASX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 63 L |
