1979 Citroen Visa vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 29 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 454 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, 2008 Ford Focus (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Visa | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Visa | Focus |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |