1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2000 Citroen C1
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 335 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2000 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | GTV | C1 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
