1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2000 Lada Samara II
To start off, 2000 Lada Samara II is newer by 22 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lada Samara II (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lada Samara II should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Samara II weights approximately 238 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, 2000 Lada Samara II (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Lada Samara II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 2000 Lada Samara II | |
Make | Citroen | Lada |
Model | Visa | Samara II |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |