1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 716 kg more than 1983 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Visa | Golf |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1782 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2578 mm |