1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1944 Citroen 7
To start off, 1961 Alpine A 108 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 7 would be higher. At 1,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1944 Citroen 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alpine A 108 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 7. (33 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alpine A 108 should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 7 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Because 1961 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 1961 Alpine A 108. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1944 Citroen 7, 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:
| 1961 Alpine A 108 | 1944 Citroen 7 | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 108 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2920 mm |
