1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1980 Renault 12
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1980 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 12 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1980 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Visa | 12 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
