1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 1,818 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Because 1968 Isuzu 117 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 1968 Isuzu 117. 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, 1968 Isuzu 117 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
Model | Visa | 117 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |