2008 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 24 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
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, 1984 Citroen Visa (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Spark | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Spark | Visa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
