1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2001 Infiniti I
To start off, 2001 Infiniti I 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti I weights approximately 788 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 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa. 2001 Infiniti I has automatic transmission and 1986 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1986 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 2001 Infiniti I | |
Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
Model | Visa | I |
Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |