1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 320 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Because 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton 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 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. 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, 1984 Citroen Visa (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Visa | Ponton |
Year Released | 1984 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |