1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 25 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, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Fit weights approximately 239 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, 2011 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Visa | Fit |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| 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 | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2499 mm |
