1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 460 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.
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, 1979 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 1979 Citroen CX | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Visa | CX |
Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |