1976 Alpine A 310 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 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,662 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 126 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 1976 Alpine A 310 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 310. 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, 1976 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alpine A 310 | 1986 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Alpine | Citroen |
Model | A 310 | Visa |
Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2662 cc | 1579 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1016 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2440 mm |