1982 Citroen Visa vs. 1962 DAF 750
To start off, 1982 Citroen Visa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DAF 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DAF 750 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 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Citroen Visa weights approximately 153 kg more than 1962 DAF 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 DAF 750 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 1962 DAF 750. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Visa | 1962 DAF 750 | |
| Make | Citroen | DAF |
| Model | Visa | 750 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 31 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2060 mm |
