2003 Acura RSX vs. 1978 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2003 Acura RSX is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura RSX weights approximately 417 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, 2003 Acura RSX (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura RSX | 1978 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Acura | Citroen |
Model | RSX | Visa |
Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |