1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1960 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Visa weights approximately 350 kg more than 1960 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1960 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Visa | Light |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
