1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1969 Morris Traveller
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Traveller would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Morris Traveller is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Morris Traveller (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Morris Traveller should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Morris Traveller weights approximately 133 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.
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 Morris Traveller (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Morris Traveller will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 1969 Morris Traveller | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | Visa | Traveller |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
