1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Hyundai Tipper
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tipper 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 2,607 cc, 2006 Hyundai Tipper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tipper weights approximately 370 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tipper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Hyundai Tipper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Hyundai Tipper (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tipper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2006 Hyundai Tipper | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Visa | Tipper |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2607 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
