1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Rover 45

To start off, 2005 Rover 45 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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 290 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, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Citroen Visa 2005 Rover 45
Make Citroen Rover
Model Visa 45
Year Released 1986 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1579 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 106 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 123 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 10.5:1
Top Speed 175 km/hour 185 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 3710 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2630 mm