1980 Citroen Visa vs. 1976 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1980 Citroen Visa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Dodge Aspen (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 743 kg more than 1980 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Dodge Aspen 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 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen Visa | 1976 Dodge Aspen | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Visa | Aspen |
Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 117.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |