1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1980 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 20 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, 1980 Volkswagen Beetle (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1980 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Visa | Beetle |
Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |