1979 Citroen Visa vs. 1980 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1980 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Reliant Scimitar (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 543 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 1980 Reliant Scimitar 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 1980 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 1980 Reliant Scimitar (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa. 1980 Reliant Scimitar has automatic transmission and 1979 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1979 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Reliant Scimitar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Visa | 1980 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Citroen | Reliant |
Model | Visa | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 68.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |