1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos is newer by 28 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 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Atos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Atos (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 716 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, 2006 Hyundai Atos (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa. 2006 Hyundai Atos 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. 2006 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2006 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Visa | Atos |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
