2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1978 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 27 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 2,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1089 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1978 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | 300 | Visa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
