1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2010 Alpina B5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B5 weights approximately 998 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Alpina B5 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 2010 Alpina B5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2010 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 650 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa. 2010 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1983 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1983 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
Make | Citroen | Alpina |
Model | Visa | B5 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 309 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |