1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2001 Ford Focus
To start off, 2001 Ford Focus is newer by 15 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Focus weights approximately 400 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, 2001 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 2001 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Visa | Focus |
Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |