1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Morris Minor (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Morris Minor weights approximately 91 kg more than 1978 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Morris Minor 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 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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 Morris Minor (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 1962 Morris Minor | |
Make | Citroen | Morris |
Model | Visa | Minor |
Year Released | 1978 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |