2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1978 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 23 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 3,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 565 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 1716 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 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 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 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8. 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, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (651 Nm) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 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. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1978 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Bentley | Citroen |
Model | Exp Speed 8 | Visa |
Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 35 HP |
Torque | 651 Nm | 51 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |