1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 19 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 745 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa. 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante 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. 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 1997 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | Visa | Diamante |
Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 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 | 805 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |