1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Capri (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 405 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 1974 Ford Capri 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 1974 Ford Capri. 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, 1974 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa. 1974 Ford Capri 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. 1974 Ford Capri will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 1974 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | Capri |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
