1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1952 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,157 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (80 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Vedette weights approximately 295 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Because 1952 Ford Vedette 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 1952 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1952 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1952 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1952 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
