1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2008 Citroen C3
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 207 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2008 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Spider | C3 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
