1979 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 31 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 433 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, 2010 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Visa | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | Visa | i20 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 180 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 | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |