1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1968 MG 1100
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 MG 1100 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1968 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 MG 1100 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
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, 1968 MG 1100 (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 MG 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1968 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Citroen | MG |
| Model | Visa | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
