1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Citroen C2
To start off, 2006 Citroen C2 is newer by 20 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. Both 1986 Citroen Visa and 2006 Citroen C2 are equipped with a 1,124 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C2 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C2 weights approximately 130 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, 2006 Citroen C2 (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2006 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Visa | C2 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2320 mm |
