2001 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2001 Citroen C2
To start off, both 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2001 Citroen C2 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP) has 76 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2. 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2001 Citroen C2 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | 147 | C2 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 72 HP |
Torque | 181 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 41 L |