1966 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Because 1966 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo GT | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | GT | Citi |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 49 L |