1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph 1500 (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph 1500 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Triumph 1500 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Triumph 1500 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 1973 Triumph 1500. 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 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | Visa | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
