1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Citroen C1
To start off, 2005 Citroen C1 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 C1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (56 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C1. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C1 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
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 C1 (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C1 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 C1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Visa | C1 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
