1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 595 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, 2013 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Visa | Prius |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 13.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |