1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 27 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 540 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (276 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Visa | 147 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |