1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 03-Sep 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 635 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 Saab 03-Sep (264 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | Visa | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
