1978 BMW M1 vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW M1 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 BMW M1 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 1978 BMW M1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1978 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | M1 | Visa |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 43 L |
