1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
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 SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Visa | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
