1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai ix20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai ix20 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix20 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 658 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, 2012 Hyundai ix20 (260 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Visa | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 124 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
