1985 Citroen Visa vs. 2002 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2002 Ford Fusion 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Fusion (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Fusion weights approximately 428 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 Fusion (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Fusion 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 Fusion | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Visa | Fusion |
Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |