1960 Austin 7 vs. 1980 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1980 Citroen Visa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Austin 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Citroen Visa (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Citroen Visa weights approximately 112 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Austin 7 (60 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm). This means 1960 Austin 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin 7 | 1980 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | 7 | Visa |
Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 51 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 40 L |