1979 Citroen Visa vs. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 993 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.
Because 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Visa | 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Visa | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 2444 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |