1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1999 Proton Tiara
To start off, 1999 Proton Tiara 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 1,123 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Proton Tiara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Proton Tiara (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Proton Tiara should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Proton Tiara weights approximately 58 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 Proton Tiara (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Proton Tiara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1999 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | Visa | Tiara |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2290 mm |
