1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1988 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1988 Vauxhall Nova 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 991 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Vauxhall Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Vauxhall Nova (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Vauxhall Nova should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Vauxhall Nova weights approximately 14 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 Vauxhall Nova (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Vauxhall Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 1988 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | Visa | Nova |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
