1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Rover P4 (108 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 708 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 1956 Rover P4 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 1956 Rover P4. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1956 Rover P4 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | Visa | P4 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1448 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |