1980 Citroen Visa vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1980 Citroen Visa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,455 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 78 kg more than 1980 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, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen Visa | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Visa | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
