1978 Citroen Visa vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 35 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (256 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 1229 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.
Because 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Visa | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |