1955 Abarth 600 vs. 1983 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Abarth 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Abarth 600 (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Abarth 600 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen Visa weights approximately 134 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600.
Because 1955 Abarth 600 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 1955 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1955 Abarth 600 (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Abarth 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Abarth 600 | 1983 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | 600 | Visa |
Year Released | 1955 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 650 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |