1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1986 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 11 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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1986 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 145 | Visa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
