1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1978 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Abarth 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Abarth 750 (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen Visa weights approximately 174 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750.
Because 1956 Abarth 750 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 1956 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1956 Abarth 750 (54 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm). This means 1956 Abarth 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 1978 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | 750 | Visa |
Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 51 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 70 mm |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 124 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 40 L |