1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1979 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 453 kg more than 1979 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1979 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 146 | Visa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 650 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 124 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
