1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2001 Ford Puma
To start off, 2001 Ford Puma is newer by 23 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Puma (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Puma weights approximately 301 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, 2001 Ford Puma (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2001 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | Puma |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
