1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1978 Simca 1307
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca 1307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca 1307 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Simca 1307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Simca 1307 (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Simca 1307 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Simca 1307 weights approximately 318 kg more than 1984 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, 1978 Simca 1307 (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Simca 1307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1978 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | Visa | 1307 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
