1988 Citroen Visa vs. 1999 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1999 TVR Chimaera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 303 kg more than 1988 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 TVR Chimaera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 TVR Chimaera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Visa | 1999 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Citroen | TVR |
| Model | Visa | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 57 L |
