1979 Citroen Visa vs. 2012 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Splash is newer by 33 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 996 cc (3 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Splash is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Splash (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Splash should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Splash weights approximately 308 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, 2012 Suzuki Splash (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Splash will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Visa | 2012 Suzuki Splash | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | Visa | Splash |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 159 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 | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3715 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |