1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Porsche 930 weights approximately 330 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 1975 Porsche 930 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 1975 Porsche 930. 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Visa | 930 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |