1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1988 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1988 Citroen Visa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 193 kg more than 1988 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1988 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Alfasud | Visa |
Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1349 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 40 L |