1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1980 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1980 Triumph TR7 is newer by 2 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 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Triumph TR7 (136 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 426 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 1980 Triumph TR7 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 1980 Triumph TR7. 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, 1980 Triumph TR7 (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 1980 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Citroen | Triumph |
Model | Visa | TR7 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |