1980 Citroen Visa vs. 1964 Steyr 500

To start off, 1980 Citroen Visa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 652 cc (2 cylinders), 1980 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Citroen Visa (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Citroen Visa weights approximately 242 kg more than 1964 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1964 Steyr 500 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 1964 Steyr 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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 Citroen Visa (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 500.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Citroen Visa 1964 Steyr 500
Make Citroen Steyr
Model Visa 500
Year Released 1980 1964
Engine Size 652 cc 489 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 19 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 51 Nm 32 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 722 kg 480 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 2970 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 1850 mm


 

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