1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1983 Citroen Visa
To start off, both 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud and 1983 Citroen Visa were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 193 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1983 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | Alfasud | Visa |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 650 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |