1979 Citroen Visa vs. 2001 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2001 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 22 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (194 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 828 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 2001 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa. 2001 Jaguar X-Type has automatic transmission and 1979 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1979 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar X-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen Visa | 2001 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | Visa | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
