1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Because 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz 190 (153 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Visa | 190 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 100 L |
