1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1978 Mini MK IV
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mini MK IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mini MK IV would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mini MK IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1978 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen Visa weights approximately 112 kg more than 1978 Mini MK IV. 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 Mini MK IV (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Mini MK IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 1978 Mini MK IV | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | Visa | MK IV |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2040 mm |
