1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1980 Ferrari Pinin
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari Pinin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari Pinin would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Pinin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Pinin (355 HP) has 275 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Pinin should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Pinin weights approximately 1000 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 1980 Ferrari Pinin 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 1980 Ferrari Pinin. 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, 1980 Ferrari Pinin (459 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Pinin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1980 Ferrari Pinin | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Visa | Pinin |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 355 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
