1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1985 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA weights approximately 50 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 1968 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1985 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | GTA | Visa |
Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 50 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |