1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Rover Streetwise
To start off, 2008 Rover Streetwise 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover Streetwise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover Streetwise (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover Streetwise should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 496 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 Rover Streetwise (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Rover Streetwise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2008 Rover Streetwise | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Visa | Streetwise |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
