1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 554 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 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 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 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Visa | W 110 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |