1963 BMW 1800 vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 BMW 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 1800 (90 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 1800 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 1800 weights approximately 270 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 1963 BMW 1800 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 1963 BMW 1800. 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, 1963 BMW 1800 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 1800 | Visa |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
