1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1996 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1996 Renault Twingo 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 1,239 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (56 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Renault Twingo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Twingo 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, 1996 Renault Twingo (91 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1996 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Visa | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
