1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider (297 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Visa weights approximately 40 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider.
Because 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider 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 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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.
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1986 Citroen Visa | 1953 Ferrari 340 Spider | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | Visa | 340 Spider |
Year Released | 1986 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 4101 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 850 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |