1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1975 Simca 1307
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1307 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 13 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1307. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1307 weights approximately 210 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1307. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1307.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1975 Simca 1307 | |
Make | Citroen | Simca |
Model | Visa | 1307 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |