1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2001 Citroen C2
To start off, 2001 Citroen C2 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C2 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C2 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2001 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Giulia | C2 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 41 L |
