1988 Citroen Visa vs. 1973 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 Citroen Visa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 5 would be higher. At 782 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen Visa (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen Visa weights approximately 7 kg more than 1973 Renault 5. 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, 1973 Renault 5 (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen Visa | 1973 Renault 5 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Visa | 5 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |