1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1966 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Opel Kadett (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Opel Kadett weights approximately 21 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 1966 Opel Kadett 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 1966 Opel Kadett. 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, 1966 Opel Kadett (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 1966 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Visa | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
