1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1988 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1988 Citroen Visa is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Abarth 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Abarth 750 (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen Visa weights approximately 137 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750.
Because 1956 Abarth 750 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 1956 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1956 Abarth 750 (55 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Abarth 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 1988 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | 750 | Visa |
Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 55 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 77.1 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 | 585 kg | 722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 40 L |