1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1993 Renault 19
To start off, 1993 Renault 19 is newer by 15 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault 19 (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault 19 weights approximately 214 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, 1993 Renault 19 (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 1993 Renault 19 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Visa | 19 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |