1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1963 Zastava 1300

To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Zastava 1300 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) has 53 more horse power than 1963 Zastava 1300. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1963 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.

Because 1963 Zastava 1300 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 1963 Zastava 1300. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Zastava 1300. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Zastava 1300.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Citroen Visa 1963 Zastava 1300
Make Citroen Zastava
Model Visa 1300
Year Released 1986 1963
Engine Size 1579 cc 1295 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 106 HP 53 HP
Torque 134 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 980 kg
Vehicle Length 3710 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2430 mm


 

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