1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1985 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 155 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 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1985 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Giulietta | Visa |
Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |