1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1983 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 650 cc (2 cylinders), 1983 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen Visa (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen Visa weights approximately 254 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Abarth 500 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 1957 Abarth 500. 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, 1983 Citroen Visa (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 500 | 1983 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | 500 | Visa |
Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 650 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 33 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 124 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 40 L |