1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 29 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 665 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 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa. 2007 Subaru Forester 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. 2007 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Visa | Forester |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |