1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 34 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), 2012 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Focus weights approximately 603 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, 2012 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa. 2012 Ford Focus 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. 2012 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Visa | Focus |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| 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 | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |
