1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1986 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1986 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 145 | Visa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
