1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2001 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Atos 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Atos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Atos (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 96 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 Hyundai Atos (83 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa. 2001 Hyundai Atos 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. 2001 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2001 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Visa | Atos |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 136 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
