1979 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2010 Renault Twingo 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 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Twingo (74 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Twingo weights approximately 198 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 Renault Twingo (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen Visa | 2010 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Visa | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 1149 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 |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
