1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2011 Ascari A10
To start off, 2011 Ascari A10 is newer by 25 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 519 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ascari A10 weights approximately 390 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 2011 Ascari A10 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 2011 Ascari A10. 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, 2011 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 2011 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Citroen | Ascari |
Model | Visa | A10 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
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 | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2636 mm |