1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1985 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 224 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Because 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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, 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1985 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | 1900 | Visa |
Year Released | 1950 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1884 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |