1962 BMW 1500 vs. 1985 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 BMW 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 1500 (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 1500 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 1500 weights approximately 321 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 BMW 1500 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 BMW 1500. 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, 1962 BMW 1500 (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 1500 | 1985 Citroen Visa | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 1500 | Visa |
Year Released | 1962 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 119 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |