1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1983 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia 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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 448 kg more than 1983 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1983 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xantia | Visa |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 650 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 124 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
