1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1999 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Dedra 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 370 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, 1999 Lancia Dedra (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1999 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Visa | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
