1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 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 53 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Citroen Visa (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Citroen | Simca |
Model | Visa | 1301 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |