1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 30 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 995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Daewoo Matiz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daewoo Matiz (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 142 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, 2008 Daewoo Matiz (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Daewoo Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2008 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | Visa | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
