1953 Alvis TC vs. 1978 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alvis TC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alvis TC would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Alvis TC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Alvis TC (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TC should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alvis TC weights approximately 701 kg more than 1978 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Alvis TC 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 1953 Alvis TC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1953 Alvis TC (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC | 1978 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Alvis | Citroen |
| Model | TC | Visa |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
