1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1975 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (60 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 112 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, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Visa | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
