1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1951 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jeep CJ3A (59 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jeep CJ3A should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 384 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 1951 Jeep CJ3A 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, 1951 Jeep CJ3A 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, 1951 Jeep CJ3A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 1951 Jeep CJ3A | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | Visa | CJ3A |
Year Released | 1978 | 1951 |
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 |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 50 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2040 mm |