1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1972 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Innocenti Mini 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 6 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 190 kg more than 1972 Innocenti Mini. 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 (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1972 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | Visa | Mini |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2150 mm |
