1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1960 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 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 @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (11 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen Visa weights approximately 239 kg more than 1960 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 (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 1960 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Visa | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 11 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 19 L |
