1985 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Honda S2000
To start off, 2005 Honda S2000 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda S2000 weights approximately 604 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 2005 Honda S2000 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 2005 Honda S2000. 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, 2005 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 2005 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Visa | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 241 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 | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
