2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1985 Citroen Visa

To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 1228 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Alpina B3 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 2005 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2005 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Alpina B3 1985 Citroen Visa
Make Alpina Citroen
Model B3 Visa
Year Released 2005 1985
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3347 cc 652 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 363 Nm 50 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 271 km/hour 119 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 722 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 3700 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.9 L/100km 10.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 40 L


 

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