1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2003 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2003 Infiniti G35 is newer by 25 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti G35 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 784 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, 2003 Infiniti G35 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa. 2003 Infiniti G35 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. 2003 Infiniti G35 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 2003 Infiniti G35 | |
Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
Model | Visa | G35 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |