1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 512 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 Hyundai Elantra (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa. 2010 Hyundai Elantra has automatic transmission and 1978 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1978 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Visa | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |
