1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 1974 Citroen GS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 1,222 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen GS (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 375 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Alpine A 106 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Citroen GS (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 106 | 1974 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 106 | GS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1222 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 43 L |
