1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen Visa weights approximately 21 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Because 1961 Lancia Appia 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 Lancia Appia. 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, 1983 Citroen Visa (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Visa | Appia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
