1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1953 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1953 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Vedette weights approximately 235 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Because 1953 Ford Vedette 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 Ford Vedette. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1953 Ford Vedette | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Visa | Vedette |
Year Released | 1986 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |