1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1973 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1973 Volkswagen K 70 | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Visa | K 70 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |