1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1970 Renault 10
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Renault 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Citroen Visa (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen Visa weights approximately 15 kg more than 1970 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Renault 10 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 1970 Renault 10. 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, 1970 Renault 10 (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Renault 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 1970 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Visa | 10 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2280 mm |
