1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2011 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2011 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 33 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2011 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | Visa | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
