1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 3,404 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ferrari 348 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 1988 Ferrari 348. 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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Visa | 348 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 3404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
