1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1963 MG 1100
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG 1100 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 MG 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 MG 1100 (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 MG 1100 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 MG 1100 weights approximately 99 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, 1963 MG 1100 (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 MG 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 1963 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Citroen | MG |
| Model | Visa | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
