2004 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1985 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 19 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 184 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Aveo | 1985 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Aveo | Visa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
