1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2001 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (590 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 484 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen W12 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Volkswagen W12 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 2001 Volkswagen W12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (620 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2001 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Visa | W12 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 590 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 350 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
