1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 31 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 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 525 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 766 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.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | Visa | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 5203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |
