1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1965 Ferrari 512 F1
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 512 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 would be higher. At 1,496 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 (223 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen Visa weights approximately 244 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1.
Because 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 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 Ferrari 512 F1. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Visa | 512 F1 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 12000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
