1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 22 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 445 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 2005 Ford F-150 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 2005 Ford F-150. 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (325 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Visa | F-150 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 325 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3070 mm |