1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 531 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 Opel Astra (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Visa | Astra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |
