1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Citroen C
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 19 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C weights approximately 418 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, 2005 Citroen C (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2005 Citroen C | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Visa | C |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| 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 | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
