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Citroen Visa Phase II 14 RS (54 Hp) CAT
Overall Rating
Citroen Visa:
The Citroën Visa is a supermini car which was manufactured and marketed by Citroën from 1978 to 1988. It has a front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout with two body styles: A five-door hatchback and a four-door semiconvertible. 1,254,390 examples were ultimately manufactured over a single generation, with a single facelift. It was produced in both petrol and diesel variants. The car was also assembled in China as the Liuzhou Wuling LZW 7100 minicar; Chinese production started in 1991 and finished in 1994....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Phase II Overview:
Citroen Visa (Phase II). With 103 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.5 l/100km). Weighing only 830 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 17.3 s). The top speed reaches 151 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
14 RS (54 Hp) CAT Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A capable engine for general driving, offering adequate power for most situations, including light highway use, making it a versatile choice.
Fuel Economy
Likely good economy, especially with the catalytic converter indicating a more refined and efficient setup for its time.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Distinctive French styling and character
- • Comfortable ride quality for its class
- • Practical hatchback body with good cargo space
- • Wide range of engines, including economical diesels and potent GTIs
- • Compact size ideal for urban environments
Cons:
- • Basic interior quality and materials
- • Rust can be a significant issue on older models
- • Outdated safety features by modern standards
- • Base models are very slow and unrefined
- • Some parts can be difficult to source today
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Cabriolet: 1983 - 1985).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Citroen |
| Model: | Visa |
| Generation: | Phase II |
| Modification (Engine): | 14 RS (54 Hp) CAT |
| Start of production: | 1984 |
| End of production: | 1988 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 54 Hp @ 5000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 39.7 Hp/l [35mm more] |
| Torque: | 103 Nm @ 2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | XY7 More details about the engine XY7 |
| Engine displacement: | 1360 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5 l |
| Coolant: | 6.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 75 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 77 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.4:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.7 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 17.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 17.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 151 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 15.4 kg/Hp, 65.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.1 kg/Nm, 124.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 16.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 830 |
| Max. weight: | 1250 |
| Max. roof load: | 60 kg |
| Max load: | 420 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 674 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 300 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 750 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 415 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3725 mm [35mm more] |
| Width: | 1526 mm [9mm less] |
| Height: | 1396 mm [14mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2426 mm [4mm less] |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.1 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 155/70 R13 |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Independent coil spring |
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