1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volvo 145 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo 145 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 145 weights approximately 568 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Volvo 145 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 1968 Volvo 145. 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, 1968 Volvo 145 (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Visa | 145 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
