2001 Citroen C2 vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2001 Citroen C2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 495 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (276 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C2 | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | C2 | 166 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 72 L |
