1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi

To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,421 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 434 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.

Because 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Alfa Romeo GTA 2009 Volkswagen Citi
Make Alfa Romeo Volkswagen
Model GTA Citi
Year Released 1967 2009
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1290 cc 1421 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 93 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 124 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 76.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.5 mm 77.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1224 kg
Vehicle Length 4090 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 49 L


 

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