2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Citroen C 15 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2000 Citroen C 15. 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C 15 | 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | C 15 | 146 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
