1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1971 Rover P5B
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover P5B weights approximately 690 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Rover P5B 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 Rover P5B. 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, 1971 Rover P5B (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa. 1971 Rover P5B 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. 1971 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1971 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Visa | P5B |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2820 mm |
