1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2002 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2002 Seat Ibiza 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 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Ibiza (63 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 281 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 Seat Ibiza (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2002 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Visa | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| 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 | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
