1993 Citroen C 15 vs. 1983 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1993 Citroen C 15 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen Visa (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa.
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, 1983 Citroen Visa (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen C 15 | 1983 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C 15 | Visa |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
