1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1983 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 98 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1983 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Alfasud | Visa |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
