1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1987 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 9 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 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Astra (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 100 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, 1987 Vauxhall Astra (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 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 | 1987 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | Visa | Astra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
