1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1961 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar E-Type (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 496 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 1961 Jaguar E-Type 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 1961 Jaguar E-Type. 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, 1961 Jaguar E-Type (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 1961 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | Visa | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
