1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1964 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Anglia 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 19 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen Visa weights approximately 60 kg more than 1964 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Ford Anglia 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 1964 Ford Anglia. 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) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 1983 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 1964 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |
