1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,423 cc, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 4 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alfasud | Citi |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1423 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |
