1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1991 Citroen AX
To start off, 1991 Citroen AX is newer by 34 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Alpine A 106 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1991 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Alpine A 106 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen AX weights approximately 167 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 106.
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, 1991 Citroen AX, 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, 1991 Citroen AX (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen AX 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 | 1991 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 106 | AX |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 80 L |
