1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,185 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna weights approximately 45 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 1987 Alfa Romeo Arna | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Visa | Arna |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
