1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (80 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. (46 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 270 kg more than 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano 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 1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano. 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.
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1960 Abarth 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | 800 Scorpione Coupe Allemano | Visa |
Year Released | 1960 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 785 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 80 HP |
Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |