1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 100 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Citi.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alfasud | Citi |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
