1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2002 TVR T 350
To start off, 2002 TVR T 350 is newer by 19 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR T 350 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR T 350 weights approximately 250 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 2002 TVR T 350 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 2002 TVR T 350. 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, 2002 TVR T 350 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 2002 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Citroen | TVR |
| Model | Visa | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 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 | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
