1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,423 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145. (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 145 | Citi |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
