1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1965 Moretti Panoramica
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti Panoramica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti Panoramica 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 77 more horse power than 1965 Moretti Panoramica. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1965 Moretti Panoramica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Visa weights approximately 110 kg more than 1965 Moretti Panoramica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Moretti Panoramica 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 1965 Moretti Panoramica. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Moretti Panoramica. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Moretti Panoramica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1965 Moretti Panoramica | |
| Make | Citroen | Moretti |
| Model | Visa | Panoramica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2160 mm |
