1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 Geely Ck1
To start off, 2010 Geely Ck1 is newer by 32 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 1,342 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Geely Ck1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Geely Ck1 (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Geely Ck1 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Geely Ck1 weights approximately 306 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, 2010 Geely Ck1 (110 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Geely Ck1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2010 Geely Ck1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Geely |
| Model | Visa | Ck1 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
