1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 608 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Spider | Visa |
Year Released | 1966 | 1984 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |