1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1965 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jensen CV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jensen CV-8 would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 860 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 1965 Jensen CV-8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa. 1965 Jensen CV-8 has automatic transmission and 1978 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1978 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Jensen CV-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 1965 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | Visa | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
