1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1968 Steyr 650T

To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 652 cc (2 cylinders), 1978 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Citroen Visa (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen Visa weights approximately 234 kg more than 1968 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 Steyr 650T 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 1968 Steyr 650T. 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, 1978 Citroen Visa (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 650T.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Citroen Visa 1968 Steyr 650T
Make Citroen Steyr
Model Visa 650T
Year Released 1978 1968
Engine Size 652 cc 643 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 35 HP 20 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 51 Nm 40 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 734 kg 500 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 2970 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 1850 mm


 

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