1981 Citroen Visa vs. 2011 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2011 Pagani Zonda is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 512 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 508 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 2011 Pagani Zonda 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 2011 Pagani Zonda. 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, 2011 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 709 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen Visa | 2011 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Citroen | Pagani |
Model | Visa | Zonda |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |