1969 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2009 Citroen C1
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C1 weights approximately 682 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1, 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2009 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | GTA | C1 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 35 L |
