2011 Citroen C4 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146.
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, 2011 Citroen C4 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Citroen C4 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | C4 | 146 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
