1987 Citroen Visa vs. 1977 Seat 133

To start off, 1987 Citroen Visa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 133 would be higher. At 843 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Seat 133 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen Visa (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1977 Seat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen Visa weights approximately 26 kg more than 1977 Seat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1977 Seat 133 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 1977 Seat 133. 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, 1977 Seat 133 (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Seat 133 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Visa.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Citroen Visa 1977 Seat 133
Make Citroen Seat
Model Visa 133
Year Released 1987 1977
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 652 cc 843 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 35 HP 34 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 50 Nm 54 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 722 kg 696 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 3460 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2030 mm


 

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