1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 1957 Citroen 11
To start off, both 1957 Alpine A 108 and 1957 Citroen 11 were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Citroen 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Citroen 11 (55 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Citroen 11 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen 11 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 108. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Alpine A 108 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 108. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Citroen 11, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 108 | 1957 Citroen 11 | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 108 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3100 mm |
