1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Colt (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 223 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.
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, 1997 Mitsubishi Colt (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 1997 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Visa | Colt |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
