2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1981 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 25 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1028 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 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1981 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Colorado | Visa |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 40 L |