1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Citroen C4
To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 7 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C4. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Spider | C4 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
