1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2010 Citroen C1
To start off, 2010 Citroen C1 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 94 kg more than 2010 Citroen C1.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2010 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Alfasud | C1 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 41 L |
