1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1966 Morris 1800
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Morris 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Morris 1800 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Morris 1800 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Morris 1800 weights approximately 478 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 Morris 1800 (137 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Morris 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1966 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | Visa | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
