1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1986 Citroen C
To start off, 1986 Citroen C is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen C weights approximately 90 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1961 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 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen C, 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, 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1986 Citroen C | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Giulietta | C |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |
