1988 Citroen Visa vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1988 Citroen Visa is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 798 kg more than 1988 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Visa | 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Visa | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
