1974 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 2000 Citroen C3
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior 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 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3, 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, 2000 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior. 2000 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior has manual transmission. 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Junior | 2000 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Junior | C3 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
