1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1970 Ford Escort
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 Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen Visa (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort.
Because 1970 Ford Escort 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 Escort. 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 (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort. 1970 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 1983 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1983 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1970 Ford Escort | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Visa | Escort |
Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2400 mm |