1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1966 Datsun 1000
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Datsun 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Datsun 1000 would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Datsun 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Datsun 1000 (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Datsun 1000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Visa weights approximately 97 kg more than 1966 Datsun 1000.
Because 1966 Datsun 1000 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 1966 Datsun 1000. 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, 1966 Datsun 1000 (84 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Datsun 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1966 Datsun 1000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Datsun |
| Model | Visa | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 59 mm |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2290 mm |
