1979 Citroen Visa vs. 1969 Simca 1301
To start off, 1979 Citroen Visa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Simca 1301 (68 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Simca 1301 weights approximately 273 kg more than 1979 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Simca 1301 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 Simca 1301. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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 Simca 1301 (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen Visa | 1969 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | Visa | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |
