1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback 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 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Outback weights approximately 824 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 Outback 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 Outback 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 Outback (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Visa | Outback |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |