1981 Citroen Visa vs. 1976 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1981 Citroen Visa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Cedric (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 634 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 1976 Nissan Cedric 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 1976 Nissan Cedric. 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, 1976 Nissan Cedric (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen Visa | 1976 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Visa | Cedric |
Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |