1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2012 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2012 Proton Gen-2 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2012 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | Visa | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
