1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 90 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, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Visa | Sirion |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |