1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 10 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna (112 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 415 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 1988 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Visa | Magna |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |
