1960 Citroen DS 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 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 598 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1960 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | DS | Visa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
