2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2000 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2000 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2000 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | 156 | C3 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |