1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 939 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 Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | Visa | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4676 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |