1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1957 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,156 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Vedette weights approximately 235 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 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, 1957 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 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 | 1957 Ford Vedette | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Visa | Vedette |
Year Released | 1984 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |