1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1992 Hyundai Scoupe
To start off, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe is newer by 14 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Hyundai Scoupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Hyundai Scoupe weights approximately 251 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, 1992 Hyundai Scoupe (167 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Hyundai Scoupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 1992 Hyundai Scoupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Visa | Scoupe |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |
