1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 23 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Accent (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 229 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, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2009 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Visa | Accent |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
