1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1974 Honda Z
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Z 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 80 more horse power than 1974 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 360 kg more than 1974 Honda Z. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1974 Honda Z | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Visa | Z |
Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |