1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 627 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 Nissan Primera (164 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Visa | Primera |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |
