1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (80 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Opel Rekord weights approximately 140 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Because 1963 Opel Rekord 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 1963 Opel Rekord. 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 (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Visa | Rekord |
Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 74 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |