2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1980 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 742 kg more than 1980 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (115 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1980 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1980 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1980 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C5 | Visa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 124 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
