1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Porsche 356 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Visa weights approximately 20 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356.
Because 1954 Porsche 356 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 1954 Porsche 356. 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, 1954 Porsche 356 (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Visa | 356 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |
