1991 BMW Z1 vs. 1980 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1991 BMW Z1 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW Z1 weights approximately 528 kg more than 1980 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 BMW Z1 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 1991 BMW Z1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1991 BMW Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW Z1 | 1980 Citroen Visa | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | Z1 | Visa |
Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |