1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 29 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 510 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, 2013 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Visa | Prius |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |