1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1962 Volvo 120
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Volvo 120 (67 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volvo 120 weights approximately 276 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 1962 Volvo 120 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 1962 Volvo 120. 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, 1962 Volvo 120 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 1962 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Visa | 120 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
