2008 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2008 Citroen C1
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2008 Citroen C1 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 720 kg more than 2008 Citroen C1. 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2008 Citroen C1 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | GTV | C1 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |