1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1985 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen Visa weights approximately 306 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Abarth 700 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 1961 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Citroen Visa (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 700 | 1985 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | 700 | Visa |
Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |