1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 58 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 1971 Toyota Corolla 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 1971 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1971 Toyota Corolla (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Visa | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 46 L |
