1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2002 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2002 Honda Step Wagon 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Step Wagon (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 114 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 Honda Step Wagon (119 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa. 2002 Honda Step Wagon 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. 2002 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2002 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Visa | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 840 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
