1981 Citroen Visa vs. 1974 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1981 Citroen Visa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen Golf (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 28 kg more than 1981 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, 1974 Volkswagen Golf (85 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm). This means 1974 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen Visa | 1974 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Visa | Golf |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
