1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus 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. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 472 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 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | Focus |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 183 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 | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
