1985 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 21 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, 2006 Honda Jazz (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 1114 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, 2006 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 2006 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Visa | Jazz |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 89.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |