1988 Alpine V6 vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1988 Alpine V6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alpine V6 (197 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alpine V6 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Alpine V6 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 Alpine V6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alpine V6 | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Alpine | Citroen |
Model | V6 | Visa |
Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 296 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |