1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1972 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Innocenti Mini (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen Visa weights approximately 89 kg more than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
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, 1972 Innocenti Mini (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Innocenti Mini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 1972 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | Visa | Mini |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2050 mm |
