1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1974 Renault 12
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (80 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 12 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa.
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 (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1974 Renault 12 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Visa | 12 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |