1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1975 Honda Z
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Z 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 32 more horse power than 1975 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Visa weights approximately 290 kg more than 1975 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1975 Honda Z | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Visa | Z |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
