1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1967 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Vauxhall Victor (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 135 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 1967 Vauxhall Victor 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 1967 Vauxhall Victor. 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, 1967 Vauxhall Victor (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1967 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
Model | Visa | Victor |
Year Released | 1983 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |