1987 Citroen Visa vs. 1964 Steyr 700C

To start off, 1987 Citroen Visa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 652 cc (2 cylinders), 1987 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen Visa (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen Visa weights approximately 182 kg more than 1964 Steyr 700C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1964 Steyr 700C 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 1964 Steyr 700C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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 Citroen Visa (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 700C.

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