1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1995 Ford Scorpio

To start off, 1995 Ford Scorpio is newer by 12 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 885 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 1995 Ford Scorpio 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 1995 Ford Scorpio. 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, 1995 Ford Scorpio (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Citroen Visa 1995 Ford Scorpio
Make Citroen Ford
Model Visa Scorpio
Year Released 1983 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 650 cc 2499 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 35 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 50 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 722 kg 1607 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1440 mm