1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 30 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 885 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Because 2013 Aston Martin 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 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage 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. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Citroen | Aston Martin |
Model | Visa | Vantage |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 0 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2601 mm |