1966 Alpine A 110 vs. 1979 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1979 Citroen Visa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alpine A 110 (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen Visa weights approximately 146 kg more than 1966 Alpine A 110.
Because 1966 Alpine A 110 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 1966 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alpine A 110 | 1979 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 110 | Visa |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 650 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
