1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Citroen C2
To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 22 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) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C2 weights approximately 100 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, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2008 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Visa | C2 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2320 mm |
