1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1988 Citroen AX
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen AX (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen AX weights approximately 153 kg more than 1958 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Citroen AX (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alpine A 106 | 1988 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 106 | AX |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| 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 | 708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 43 L |
