1998 BMW 318 vs. 1978 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 20 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 541 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.
Because 1998 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 1978 Citroen Visa | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 318 | Visa |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 70 mm |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 124 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |