1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1944 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Oldsmobile 66 (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1944 Oldsmobile 66 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 1048 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1944 Oldsmobile 66 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 1944 Oldsmobile 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1944 Oldsmobile 66 | |
Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
Model | Visa | 66 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1944 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 3901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 104.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |