1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Abarth 2400 weights approximately 310 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.
Because 1962 Abarth 2400 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 1962 Abarth 2400. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 2400 | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | 2400 | Visa |
Year Released | 1962 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |