1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1989 Ferrari Mythos
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mythos is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mythos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mythos weights approximately 440 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 1989 Ferrari Mythos 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 1989 Ferrari Mythos. 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, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mythos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 1989 Ferrari Mythos | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Visa | Mythos |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
