2008 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 1983 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Matiz is newer by 25 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen Visa (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. (48 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Matiz weights approximately 125 kg more than 1983 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, 2008 Chevrolet Matiz (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Matiz | 1983 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Matiz | Visa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
