1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 266 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 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Visa | Clio |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
