1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 776 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 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa. 2004 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1978 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1978 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 2004 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | Visa | Verada |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |