1946 Austin 16 vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (80 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Because 1946 Austin 16 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1946 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1946 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1946 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | 16 | Visa |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
