1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1971 Citroen GS
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen GS 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 1 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen GS weights approximately 90 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 (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1971 Citroen GS | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Visa | GS |
Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 59 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |