2003 Citroen C vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 409 kg more than 2003 Citroen C. 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (276 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | C | 147 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |
