1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1969 Renault 12
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Renault 12 (113 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Renault 12 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Renault 12 weights approximately 196 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, 1969 Renault 12 (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 1969 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Visa | 12 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 89 L |
