1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1955 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1955 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 20 kg more than 1955 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 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, 1984 Citroen Visa (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Visa | 356 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2110 mm |