1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1963 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina 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) has 55 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Cortina weights approximately 347 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Because 1963 Ford Cortina 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 1963 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Citroen Visa (137 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (85 Nm). This means 1985 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 1963 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1223 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 36 L |
