1987 Citroen Visa vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 1987 Citroen Visa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda Civic (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda Civic weights approximately 23 kg more than 1987 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, 1973 Honda Civic (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen Visa | 1973 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Visa | Civic |
Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2210 mm |