1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2001 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Ignis 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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 166 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Because 2001 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Ignis will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2001 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Visa | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
