1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1995 Infiniti G20
To start off, 1995 Infiniti G20 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 Infiniti G20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Infiniti G20 (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti G20 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Infiniti G20 weights approximately 519 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 Infiniti G20 (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Infiniti G20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa. 1995 Infiniti G20 has automatic transmission and 1978 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1978 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Infiniti G20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 1995 Infiniti G20 | |
Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
Model | Visa | G20 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |