1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1992 Mini MK VI
To start off, 1992 Mini MK VI 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Citroen Visa (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 Mini MK VI. (41 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1992 Mini MK VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen Visa weights approximately 185 kg more than 1992 Mini MK VI. 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, 1978 Citroen Visa (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mini MK VI. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mini MK VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 1992 Mini MK VI | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | Visa | MK VI |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2040 mm |
