2008 Citroen C3 vs. 1980 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C3 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 363 kg more than 1980 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, 2008 Citroen C3 (94 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 1980 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C3 | Visa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 124 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
