1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2004 Lancia Phedra 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Phedra (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 878 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, 2004 Lancia Phedra (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2004 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Visa | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
