1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2002 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 16 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (509 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 875 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.
Because 2002 Ferrari Maranello 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 2002 Ferrari Maranello. 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, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2002 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Visa | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 509 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 105 L |
