1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Mini One
To start off, 2006 Mini One 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini One weights approximately 316 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 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 2006 Mini One | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | Visa | One |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |