1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Holden UTE
To start off, 2005 Holden UTE is newer by 27 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden UTE weights approximately 695 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 2005 Holden UTE 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 2005 Holden UTE. 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, 2005 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 2005 Holden UTE | |
Make | Citroen | Holden |
Model | Visa | UTE |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |