1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2000 Citroen C3
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 67 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3.
Because 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3. 2000 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2000 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Giulietta | C3 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
