1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Hyundai Tipper
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tipper 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 2,607 cc, 2006 Hyundai Tipper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tipper (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tipper should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tipper weights approximately 534 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 2006 Hyundai Tipper 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 2006 Hyundai Tipper. 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, 2006 Hyundai Tipper (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tipper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2006 Hyundai Tipper | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Visa | Tipper |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2607 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
