1982 Citroen Visa vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1982 Citroen Visa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Porsche 911 weights approximately 135 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Visa | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Visa | 911 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2280 mm |
