1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen Visa weights approximately 146 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Citroen Visa (137 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1985 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | Visa | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 36 L |
