1985 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 1177 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Citi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 75 | Citi |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |