1982 Citroen Visa vs. 1958 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1982 Citroen Visa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen Visa (80 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1958 Ford Anglia. (31 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Citroen Visa weights approximately 75 kg more than 1958 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Anglia 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 1958 Ford Anglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Citroen Visa (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen Visa | 1958 Ford Anglia | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Visa | Anglia |
Year Released | 1982 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 31 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2220 mm |