1982 Citroen Visa vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT

To start off, 1982 Citroen Visa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP) has 240 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 649 kg more than 1982 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 Ferrari 365 GT 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 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Visa.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Citroen Visa 1968 Ferrari 365 GT
Make Citroen Ferrari
Model Visa 365 GT
Year Released 1982 1968
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1360 cc 4390 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 80 HP 320 HP
Torque 110 Nm 363 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 71 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 8.8:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 815 kg 1464 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 100 L


 

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