1985 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Citroen C3
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 is newer by 20 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C3 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa.
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, 2005 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 2005 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Visa | C3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
