1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 13 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 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Citroen Visa (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Visa | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
