1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2005 Lancia Thesis 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Thesis (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 1161 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, 2005 Lancia Thesis (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa. 2005 Lancia Thesis 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. 2005 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2005 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Visa | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
