1988 Citroen Visa vs. 2001 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2001 Toyota Allion is newer by 13 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Allion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Allion (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Allion weights approximately 418 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, 2001 Toyota Allion (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa. 2001 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Visa | 2001 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Visa | Allion |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
