1987 Citroen Visa vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 24 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Venga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Venga (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Venga weights approximately 531 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, 2011 Kia Venga (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen Visa | 2011 Kia Venga | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Visa | Venga |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 167 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 | 1253 kg |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 48 L |