1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1966 Citroen DS
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Citroen DS (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 586 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Citroen DS (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1966 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Visa | DS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
