1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Commodore (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 436 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 1967 Opel Commodore 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 1967 Opel Commodore. 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, 1967 Opel Commodore (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Visa | Commodore |
Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |