1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Renault 15 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Visa | 15 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
