2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2003 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo GT and 2003 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 165 kg more than 2003 Citroen C3. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2003 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | GT | C3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1628 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |