1982 Citroen Visa vs. 1969 Moretti S Coupe
To start off, 1982 Citroen Visa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti S Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti S Coupe 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 44 more horse power than 1969 Moretti S Coupe. (36 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti S Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Citroen Visa weights approximately 115 kg more than 1969 Moretti S Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Moretti S Coupe 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 1969 Moretti S Coupe. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti S Coupe. (55 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti S Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Visa | 1969 Moretti S Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Moretti |
| Model | Visa | S Coupe |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 30 L |
