1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1976 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 10 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, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 575 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
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, 1986 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1976 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Visa | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
