1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 27 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 790 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 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, 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Citroen | Aston Martin |
| Model | Visa | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1241 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |
