1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2008 Renault Thalia 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Thalia (97 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Thalia weights approximately 274 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 Renault Thalia (127 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm). This means 2008 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Visa | Thalia |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 50 Nm | 127 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2473 mm |