1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1961 Moretti 500
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Moretti 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Moretti 500 would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen Visa (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1961 Moretti 500. (18 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1961 Moretti 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen Visa weights approximately 170 kg more than 1961 Moretti 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Moretti 500 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 Moretti 500. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Moretti 500. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Moretti 500.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1961 Moretti 500 | |
Make | Citroen | Moretti |
Model | Visa | 500 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1850 mm |