1979 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 25 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 728 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 2004 Ferrari 360 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 2004 Ferrari 360. 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Visa | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | Visa | 360 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 3586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 373 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 95 L |