1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1983 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen Visa weights approximately 65 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1983 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Giulia | Visa |
Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |