1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1968 Marcos 1600
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Marcos 1600 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Marcos 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Marcos 1600 (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Marcos 1600 weights approximately 40 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.
Because 1968 Marcos 1600 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 Marcos 1600. 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 Marcos 1600 (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1968 Marcos 1600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Marcos |
| Model | Visa | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
