1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1982 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Innocenti Mini 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 8 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Visa weights approximately 80 kg more than 1982 Innocenti Mini. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1982 Innocenti Mini | |
Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
Model | Visa | Mini |
Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |