1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 541 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 1969 Holden Belmont 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 1969 Holden Belmont. 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (163 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Citroen | Holden |
Model | Visa | Belmont |
Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |