1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1961 Saab 750
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Saab 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Saab 750 would be higher. At 748 cc (3 cylinders), 1961 Saab 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Saab 750 (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Saab 750 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Saab 750 weights approximately 119 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.
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, 1961 Saab 750 (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Saab 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 1961 Saab 750 | |
Make | Citroen | Saab |
Model | Visa | 750 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |