1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Meriva (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 629 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 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Visa | Meriva |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |