1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 254 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Because 1969 Abarth 1300 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 1969 Abarth 1300. 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, 1969 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Abarth 1300 | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | 1300 | Visa |
Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |