1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 614 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 Skoda Octavia (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa. 2008 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 1978 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1978 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | Visa | Octavia |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |