1987 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 107 kg more than 1984 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 33 (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 33 | Visa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 977 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
