1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1963 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph 2000 (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Triumph 2000 (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1963 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | Visa | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
