1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1963 Seat 600

To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 600 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 40 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 315 kg more than 1963 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1963 Seat 600 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 Seat 600. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 600.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Citroen Visa 1963 Seat 600
Make Citroen Seat
Model Visa 600
Year Released 1984 1963
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1769 cc 598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 19 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 114 Nm 40 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 575 kg
Vehicle Length 3730 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1390 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2010 mm


 

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