2008 Citroen C4 vs. 1983 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C4 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 672 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, 2008 Citroen C4 (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C4 | 1983 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C4 | Visa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 651 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 | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
