1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2007 Citroen C3
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2007 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 145 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
