2007 Citroen C2 vs. 1978 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2007 Citroen C2 is newer by 29 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. Both 2007 Citroen C2 and 1978 Citroen Visa are equipped with a 1,124 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C2 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C2 weights approximately 131 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, 2007 Citroen C2 (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C2 | 1978 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C2 | Visa |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2440 mm |