1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1966 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Innocenti Mini (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 62 kg more than 1966 Innocenti Mini.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Innocenti Mini (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1966 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | Visa | Mini |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2150 mm |
