2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1986 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C1 weights approximately 582 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1986 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C1 | Visa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
