1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1966 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Skoda 1202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1966 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1966 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Because 1966 Skoda 1202 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 Skoda 1202. 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 Skoda 1202 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Skoda 1202 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1966 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | Visa | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
