2003 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 1985 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 6,253 cc (18 cylinders), 2003 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 512 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 1455 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Bugatti EB 118 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bugatti EB 118 | 1985 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Bugatti | Citroen |
| Model | EB 118 | Visa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6253 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |
