1981 Citroen Visa vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 1981 Citroen Visa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC weights approximately 798 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 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC 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 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. 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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen Visa | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | Visa | 365 GTC |
Year Released | 1981 | 1969 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 100 L |