1981 Citroen Visa vs. 1960 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1981 Citroen Visa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Skoda Felicia (49 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Skoda Felicia should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 168 kg more than 1981 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Skoda Felicia 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 1960 Skoda Felicia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1960 Skoda Felicia (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen Visa | 1960 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | Visa | Felicia |
Year Released | 1981 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 50 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |