1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1984 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen C 15 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 124 kg more than 1986 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, 1984 Citroen C 15 (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1984 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Visa | C 15 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |