1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 12 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 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 835 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 1996 Aston Martin DB7 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 1996 Aston Martin DB7. 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, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | DB7 | Visa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 43 L |
