1964 Austin Princess vs. 1980 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1980 Citroen Visa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Princess (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin Princess weights approximately 1458 kg more than 1980 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Austin Princess 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 1964 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1964 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin Princess | 1980 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | Princess | Visa |
Year Released | 1964 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |