1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 19 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Bantam weights approximately 146 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
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, 2005 Ford Bantam (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2005 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1036 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
