2004 BMW 320 vs. 1981 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 23 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), 2004 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 768 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 2004 BMW 320 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 2004 BMW 320. 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, 2004 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 320 | 1981 Citroen Visa | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 320 | Visa |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
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 | 142 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 119 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |