1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1993 Honda CRX
To start off, 1993 Honda CRX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda CRX weights approximately 250 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, 1993 Honda CRX (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1993 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Visa | CRX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
