1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1969 Moretti 127
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti 127 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1969 Moretti 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 160 kg more than 1969 Moretti 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Citroen Visa (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti 127. (63 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1969 Moretti 127 | |
| Make | Citroen | Moretti |
| Model | Visa | 127 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
