1988 Citroen Visa vs. 2002 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2002 Toyota Prius is newer by 14 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), 2002 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Prius (71 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Prius weights approximately 528 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, 2002 Toyota Prius (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa. 2002 Toyota Prius 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. 2002 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Visa | 2002 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Visa | Prius |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| 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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| 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 | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 48 L |
