1990 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1986 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Beretta (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 565 kg more than 1986 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, 1990 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Beretta | 1986 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Beretta | Visa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
