1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2004 Smart ForTwo is newer by 18 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Smart ForTwo (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 15 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.
Because 2004 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Smart ForTwo (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2004 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Citroen | Smart |
| Model | Visa | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1820 mm |
