1982 Citroen Visa vs. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1982 Citroen Visa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen Visa (80 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 485 kg more than 1982 Citroen Visa.
Because 1954 Sunbeam Alpine 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 1954 Sunbeam Alpine. 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, 1954 Sunbeam Alpine (163 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen Visa | 1954 Sunbeam Alpine | |
Make | Citroen | Sunbeam |
Model | Visa | Alpine |
Year Released | 1982 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2267 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 79 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 110 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |