1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1982 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1982 Citroen Visa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP) has 469 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Visa. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1982 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1982 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Visa |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 66 L |
