1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 146 | Citi |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 159 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 Length | 4260 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |
