1982 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen Visa (80 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 240 kg more than 1982 Citroen Visa.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen Visa | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Visa | Lupo |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 34 L |