1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 26 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 19 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 366 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Visa | C4 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
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 | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.2:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
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 | 1256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |