2004 Italdesign Visconti vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 2004 Italdesign Visconti is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Italdesign Visconti (399 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Italdesign Visconti should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.
Because 2004 Italdesign Visconti is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Italdesign Visconti will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Italdesign Visconti (680 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Italdesign Visconti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Carlton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Italdesign Visconti | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Italdesign | Vauxhall |
| Model | Visconti | Carlton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 680 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
