1985 Citroen Visa vs. 2001 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2001 Smart Roadster is newer by 16 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 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Smart Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Smart Roadster weights approximately 143 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.
Because 2001 Smart Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Smart Roadster (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 2001 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Citroen | Smart |
Model | Visa | Roadster |
Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |