1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1969 Austin Maxi
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1969 Austin Maxi. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Austin Maxi weights approximately 110 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, 1969 Austin Maxi (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Austin Maxi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa. 1969 Austin Maxi has automatic transmission and 1986 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1986 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Austin Maxi will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1969 Austin Maxi | |
| Make | Citroen | Austin |
| Model | Visa | Maxi |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
