1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1977 Lada 1200
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Lada 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lada 1200 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lada 1200 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lada 1200 weights approximately 140 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 1977 Lada 1200 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 1977 Lada 1200. 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, 1983 Citroen Visa (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1977 Lada 1200 | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | Visa | 1200 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1977 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |