1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 15 weights approximately 239 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, 1974 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 1974 Renault 15 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Visa | 15 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |