1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Healey would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Jensen Healey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Healey (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Healey should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jensen Healey weights approximately 75 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 1972 Jensen Healey 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 1972 Jensen Healey. 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, 1972 Jensen Healey (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Healey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | Visa | Healey |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
