1981 Citroen Visa vs. 1968 Skoda 1000 MB
To start off, 1981 Citroen Visa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda 1000 MB would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Skoda 1000 MB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Skoda 1000 MB (47 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Skoda 1000 MB should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Skoda 1000 MB weights approximately 65 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 1968 Skoda 1000 MB 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 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. 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, 1968 Skoda 1000 MB (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Skoda 1000 MB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen Visa | 1968 Skoda 1000 MB | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | Visa | 1000 MB |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 38 L |
