1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1960 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1960 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Visa weights approximately 22 kg more than 1960 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Ford Prefect 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 1960 Ford Prefect. 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 (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Prefect. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1960 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
