1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2013 Honda Fit

To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 27 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, 2013 Honda Fit (115 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Fit weights approximately 255 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, 2013 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 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 2013 Honda Fit
Make Citroen Honda
Model Visa Fit
Year Released 1986 2013
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1579 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 106 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73 mm 89 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 10.4 : 1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1145 kg
Vehicle Length 3710 mm 4105 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1695 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1525 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2500 mm