1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2002 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 24 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion (102 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 136 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, 2002 Daihatsu Sirion (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 2002 Daihatsu Sirion | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Visa | Sirion |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |