1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1301 weights approximately 284 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Citroen | Simca |
Model | Visa | 1301 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |