1988 Citroen Visa vs. 1974 Ferrari Dino

To start off, 1988 Citroen Visa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,924 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (250 HP) has 215 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 607 kg more than 1988 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1974 Ferrari Dino 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 1974 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1974 Ferrari Dino (283 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Citroen Visa 1974 Ferrari Dino
Make Citroen Ferrari
Model Visa Dino
Year Released 1988 1974
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 652 cc 2924 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 35 HP 250 HP
Torque 50 Nm 283 Nm
Engine Bore Size 77.1 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70 mm 71.1 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 722 kg 1329 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1190 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 65 L


 

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