1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1,796 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 2096 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 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (241 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Visa | C |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |
