1979 Citroen Visa vs. 2002 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 23 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Magnus (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 633 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, 2002 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Visa | 2002 Daewoo Magnus | |
Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
Model | Visa | Magnus |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |