1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (44 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 120 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 1970 Ford Cortina 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 1970 Ford Cortina. 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, 1970 Ford Cortina (73 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Visa | Cortina |
Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |