2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3.
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 146 (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | C3 | 146 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
