1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 10 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa 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 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Visa | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 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 | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
