1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1983 Renault 5
To start off, 1983 Renault 5 is newer by 5 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 5 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Renault 5 weights approximately 136 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, 1983 Renault 5 (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 1983 Renault 5 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Visa | 5 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 38 L |