2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1981 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 24 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), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 526 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.
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 Xsara (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 1981 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Xsara | Visa |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 134 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 119 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |