1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1975 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Violet 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 @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Violet weights approximately 64 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Because 1975 Nissan Violet 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 1975 Nissan Violet. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 1975 Nissan Violet | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Visa | Violet |
Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1428 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |