1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1972 Mini Clubman
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mini Clubman (60 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mini Clubman should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen Visa weights approximately 105 kg more than 1972 Mini Clubman.
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, 1983 Citroen Visa (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mini Clubman. (95 Nm @ 2550 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 1972 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | Visa | Clubman |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2040 mm |
