1999 Chevrolet Metro vs. 1978 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Metro is newer by 21 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Metro (53 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Metro should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Metro weights approximately 95 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, 1978 Citroen Visa (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Metro | 1978 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Metro | Visa |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |