1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1969 Mini MK III
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mini MK III would be higher. At 1,274 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Mini MK III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mini MK III (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mini MK III should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen Visa weights approximately 160 kg more than 1969 Mini MK III.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Mini MK III (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Mini MK III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 1969 Mini MK III | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | Visa | MK III |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2040 mm |
