1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 13 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 750 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.
Because 1999 Holden Berlina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | Visa | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |
