1985 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Marcos TSO
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Marcos TSO weights approximately 430 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 2005 Marcos TSO 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 2005 Marcos TSO. 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, 2005 Marcos TSO (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 2005 Marcos TSO | |
Make | Citroen | Marcos |
Model | Visa | TSO |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 475 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |