1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 22 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), 2008 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Bantam weights approximately 180 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.
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, 2008 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
