1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1996 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1996 Citroen Xantia is newer by 10 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 286 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1996 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Visa | Xantia |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 73 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |