2001 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 454 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 146 | C4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 14.8 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 | 1160 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
