1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2003 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Polo (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 372 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 Volkswagen Polo (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2003 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Visa | Polo |
| 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 | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 183 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 | 734 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
