1990 BMW 320 vs. 1981 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1990 BMW 320 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 320 (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 320 weights approximately 514 kg more than 1981 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 BMW 320 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 1990 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1990 BMW 320 (224 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm). This means 1990 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 320 | 1981 Citroen Visa | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 320 | Visa |
Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 50 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |