1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1980 Seat 127
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Seat 127 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 33 more horse power than 1980 Seat 127. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 125 kg more than 1980 Seat 127. 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 (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1980 Seat 127 | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Visa | 127 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |