1978-1988 Visa OverviewCitroën Visa Overview (1978 - 1988)
1978 - 1988
Tech Specs Summary
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- 78 - 119 mph
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- 8.8 - 26.2 seconds
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- 30 - 113 hp
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- 18.8 - 45.2 mpg
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- 1,620 - 1,962 lbs
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- 10.6 - 23.8 ft3 (Hatchback)
The Citroën Visa was produced by the French manufacturer Citroën between 1978 - 1988. It's a front engined car with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and came as either a convertible or hatchback. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 30 hp 0.7 L Flat 2 gasoline engine all the way to a 113 hp 1.8 L Inline 4 diesel engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and trailing-arm rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Visa is the Citroën Visa GTI which scores 2.2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 113 hp and a power/weight ratio of 16.98 lb/hp it has a top speed of 119 mph and gets to 62 mph in 8.8 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Citroën Visa 17 D, 17 RD is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.4★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 513 miles and can store 10.6-23.8 cubic feet of cargo.