1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1963 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 ZAZ Jalta 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 29 more horse power than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Visa weights approximately 164 kg more than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 ZAZ Jalta 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 ZAZ Jalta. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 ZAZ Jalta. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1963 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Citroen | ZAZ |
| Model | Visa | Jalta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2030 mm |
