1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT 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 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 569 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 646 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 Porsche Carrera GT 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 Porsche Carrera GT. 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 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Visa | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 92 L |
