1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1969 Porsche 914
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 914. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Porsche 914 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Because 1969 Porsche 914 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 1969 Porsche 914. 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, 1969 Porsche 914 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Visa | 914 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |