2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1986 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Visa weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Because 2004 Caterham 7 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 2004 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2004 Caterham 7 (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 1986 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Caterham | Citroen |
| Model | 7 | Visa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2440 mm |
