1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1991 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1991 Toyota Model F is newer by 8 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 1,811 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Model F (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Model F weights approximately 578 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 1991 Toyota Model F 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 1991 Toyota Model F. 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, 1991 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 1991 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Visa | Model F |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 1811 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2240 mm |
