1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1967 Innocenti A 40
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti A 40 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 63 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Visa weights approximately 90 kg more than 1967 Innocenti A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Innocenti A 40 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 1967 Innocenti A 40. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1967 Innocenti A 40 | |
Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
Model | Visa | A 40 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2220 mm |