1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1969 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (104 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Because 1969 Volkswagen 1600 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 1969 Volkswagen 1600. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 1969 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Visa | 1600 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 137 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |