1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1971 Ford 17
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford 17 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 47 more horse power than 1971 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford 17 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Because 1971 Ford 17 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 1971 Ford 17. 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, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1971 Ford 17 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Visa | 17 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |