1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1948 Simca 6
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 6 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 @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1948 Simca 6. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen Visa weights approximately 164 kg more than 1948 Simca 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 1948 Simca 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | Visa | 6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2010 mm |
