1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Kangoo (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa.
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 Renault Kangoo (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Visa | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |