1985 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 23 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 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 388 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, 2008 Ford Fiesta (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 2008 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| 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 | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
