1985 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 24 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 17 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 250 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, 1985 Citroen Visa (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Visa | C3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
