1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1979 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1979 Vauxhall Astra 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Vauxhall Astra (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 121 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 Vauxhall Astra (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 1979 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
Model | Visa | Astra |
Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |