1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1987 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1987 Westfield ZEI is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Westfield ZEI (218 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Visa weights approximately 75 kg more than 1987 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1987 Westfield ZEI 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 1987 Westfield ZEI. 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, 1987 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1987 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Citroen | Westfield |
Model | Visa | ZEI |
Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |