1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1986 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Visa weights approximately 98 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Alpine A 110. 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, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alpine A 110 | 1986 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Alpine | Citroen |
Model | A 110 | Visa |
Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1579 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2440 mm |