1988 Citroen Visa vs. 2000 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2000 Kia Spectra is newer by 12 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Spectra (99 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Spectra weights approximately 402 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.
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, 2000 Kia Spectra (146 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm). This means 2000 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Visa | 2000 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Visa | Spectra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
