1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1969 Simca 1100
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Simca 1100 weights approximately 64 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, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1969 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | Visa | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
