1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1976 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Zastava 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Zastava 1300 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Zastava 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Zastava 1300 (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Zastava 1300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 226 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.
Because 1976 Zastava 1300 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 1976 Zastava 1300. 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, 1976 Zastava 1300 (93 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Zastava 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 1976 Zastava 1300 | |
Make | Citroen | Zastava |
Model | Visa | 1300 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |