1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1965 Steyr 650T

To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 652 cc (2 cylinders), 1985 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen Visa weights approximately 222 kg more than 1965 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1965 Steyr 650T 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 1965 Steyr 650T. 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 (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Citroen Visa 1965 Steyr 650T
Make Citroen Steyr
Model Visa 650T
Year Released 1985 1965
Engine Size 652 cc 643 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 35 HP 20 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 50 Nm 40 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 722 kg 500 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 2970 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 1850 mm