2007 Citroen C5 vs. 1983 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 729 kg more than 1983 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, 2007 Citroen C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 1983 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C5 | Visa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
