1985 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Swift is newer by 19 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Swift (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 323 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, 2004 Suzuki Swift (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 2004 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Visa | Swift |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
