2009 BMW 128 vs. 1978 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2009 BMW 128 is newer by 31 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 128 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Because 2009 BMW 128 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 2009 BMW 128. 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, 2009 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 128 | 1978 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 128 | Visa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |
