1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2012 Proton Arena
To start off, 2012 Proton Arena 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Proton Arena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Proton Arena (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Proton Arena weights approximately 309 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 Proton Arena (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Proton Arena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen Visa | 2012 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | Visa | Arena |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
