1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1948 Jeep Jeepster
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep Jeepster would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Jeep Jeepster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jeep Jeepster (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jeep Jeepster should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 431 kg more than 1978 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jeep Jeepster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Jeep Jeepster will offer significantly more control. 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, 1948 Jeep Jeepster (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 1948 Jeep Jeepster | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | Visa | Jeepster |
Year Released | 1978 | 1948 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |