1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1973 Seat 127
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 127 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 2 more horse power than 1973 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen Visa weights approximately 100 kg more than 1973 Seat 127. 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, 1983 Citroen Visa (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 1973 Seat 127 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Visa | 127 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |
