1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1981 Simca 1100
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Simca 1100 weights approximately 112 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.
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, 1981 Simca 1100 (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1981 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | Visa | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 65 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
