2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 107 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3.
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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | C3 | 146 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
