1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1952 Porsche 356
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,131 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1952 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1952 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 30 kg more than 1952 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Porsche 356 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 Porsche 356. 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 Porsche 356 (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1952 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1952 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Visa | 356 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2110 mm |
