1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Skoda Praktik
To start off, 2008 Skoda Praktik 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 Skoda Praktik is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Praktik (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Praktik should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Praktik weights approximately 469 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 Praktik (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Praktik will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 2008 Skoda Praktik | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | Visa | Praktik |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
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 | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |