1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1964 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,147 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen Visa weights approximately 17 kg more than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
Because 1964 Triumph Spitfire 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 1964 Triumph Spitfire. 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, 1964 Triumph Spitfire (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 1964 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Citroen | Triumph |
Model | Visa | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1985 | 1964 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |