2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1979 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 544 kg more than 1979 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, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 1979 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | HHR | Visa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 650 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
