1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1958 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Morris Cowley is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Morris Cowley (53 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Morris Cowley should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Cowley weights approximately 398 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 1958 Morris Cowley 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 1958 Morris Cowley. 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, 1958 Morris Cowley (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Morris Cowley will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1958 Morris Cowley | |
Make | Citroen | Morris |
Model | Visa | Cowley |
Year Released | 1983 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 50 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |