1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa.
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, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | Visa | Lancer |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |