1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 718 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 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Visa | Focus |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 175 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 | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |