1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Nissan Micra

To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 21 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 25 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Micra weights approximately 159 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.

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, 2007 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Citroen Visa 2007 Nissan Micra
Make Citroen Nissan
Model Visa Micra
Year Released 1986 2007
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1579 cc 1461 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 106 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 185 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 76.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 18.8:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1049 kg
Vehicle Length 3710 mm 3720 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2440 mm


 

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