1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 29 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 420 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, 2012 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Visa | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
