1980 Citroen Visa vs. 1974 Honda 1300
To start off, 1980 Citroen Visa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,298 cc, 1974 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Honda 1300 weights approximately 173 kg more than 1980 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, 1974 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen Visa | 1974 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Visa | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
