1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1977 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Innocenti Mini (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 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 6 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Innocenti Mini (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 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 | 1977 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | Visa | Mini |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 38 L |
