1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1972 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen 411 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Because 1972 Volkswagen 411 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Volkswagen 411. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Citroen Visa (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1972 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Visa | 411 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |