1996 Acura Integra vs. 1978 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1996 Acura Integra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Acura Integra weights approximately 436 kg more than 1978 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, 1996 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa. 1996 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1978 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1978 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura Integra | 1978 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | Integra | Visa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
