1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1976 Citroen GS
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen GS 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 51 more horse power than 1976 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen GS.
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 (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 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 1976 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1976 Citroen GS | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Visa | GS |
Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 59 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |