1987 Citroen Visa vs. 2003 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Getz is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Getz (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 313 kg more than 1987 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, 2003 Hyundai Getz (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Visa | 2003 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Visa | Getz |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
