2002 BMW 318 vs. 1981 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2002 BMW 318 is newer by 21 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 318 weights approximately 748 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 2002 BMW 318 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 2002 BMW 318. 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, 2002 BMW 318 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 318 | 1981 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 318 | Visa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 119 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
