1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 501 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 106 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2550 mm |
