1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1991 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1991 Suzuki Swift is newer by 13 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Suzuki Swift (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 96 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, 1991 Suzuki Swift (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 1991 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Visa | Swift |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
