1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (95 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Because 1987 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 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa, 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | 75 | Visa |
Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |