2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Picasso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Picasso (94 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 505 kg more than 1984 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, 2005 Citroen Picasso (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Picasso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Picasso | Visa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
