1957 Citroen 2CV vs. 1978 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 652 cc (2 cylinders), 1978 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Citroen Visa (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen Visa weights approximately 231 kg more than 1957 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Citroen Visa (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 2CV | 1978 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | 2CV | Visa |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 40 L |
