1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1995 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 1995 Ford Galaxy is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Galaxy (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 874 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, 1995 Ford Galaxy (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 1995 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Visa | Galaxy |
Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1679 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |