1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1979 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Cortina (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Cortina weights approximately 260 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 1979 Ford Cortina 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 1979 Ford Cortina. 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, 1979 Ford Cortina (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1979 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Visa | Cortina |
Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |