1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster 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 1,579 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 2006 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart Roadster weights approximately 75 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Because 2006 Smart Roadster 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 Smart Roadster. 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, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Citroen | Smart |
Model | Visa | Roadster |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |