1985 Citroen Visa vs. 2002 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2002 Ford Fiesta is newer by 17 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Fiesta (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 398 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, 2002 Ford Fiesta (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 2002 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
