1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1985 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1985 Proton Saloon is newer by 7 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Proton Saloon (74 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Proton Saloon weights approximately 191 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, 1985 Proton Saloon (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 1985 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | Visa | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
