1979 Citroen Visa vs. 2000 Opel Astra
To start off, 2000 Opel Astra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Astra (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Astra weights approximately 488 kg more than 1979 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, 2000 Opel Astra (188 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen Visa | 2000 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Visa | Astra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |
