1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 26 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 3,571 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 535 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.
Because 2004 Ferrari 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Visa | 360 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3571 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
