1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1986 Ginetta G32
To start off, 1986 Ginetta G32 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ginetta G32 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ginetta G32 (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ginetta G32 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ginetta G32 weights approximately 13 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 1986 Ginetta G32 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 1986 Ginetta G32. 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, 1986 Ginetta G32 (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ginetta G32 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1986 Ginetta G32 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ginetta |
| Model | Visa | G32 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2220 mm |
