1961 Austin 7 vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 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 47 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 220 kg more than 1961 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, 1984 Citroen Visa (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | 7 | Visa |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2440 mm |
