2003 Citroen C3 vs. 1978 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2003 Citroen C3 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 1,628 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C3 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C3 weights approximately 441 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 Citroen C3 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 1978 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C3 | Visa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1628 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
