1979 Citroen Visa vs. 2002 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 550 is newer by 23 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 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 968 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Ferrari 550 (570 Nm) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa. 2002 Ferrari 550 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. 2002 Ferrari 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen Visa | 2002 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Visa | 550 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 110 L |
