1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI

To start off, 1995 Westfield ZEI is newer by 9 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Westfield ZEI (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 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 140 kg more than 1995 Westfield ZEI.

Because 1995 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 1995 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, 1995 Westfield ZEI (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 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 1995 Westfield ZEI
Make Citroen Westfield
Model Visa ZEI
Year Released 1986 1995
Engine Size 1579 cc 3950 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 106 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 750 kg
Vehicle Length 3710 mm 3550 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1060 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2340 mm


 

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