1965 Bristol 408 vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Bristol 408 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Bristol 408 weights approximately 715 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 1965 Bristol 408 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 1965 Bristol 408. 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, 1965 Bristol 408 (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Bristol 408 | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Bristol | Citroen |
Model | 408 | Visa |
Year Released | 1965 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5130 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2440 mm |