1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alpine A 108 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alpine A 108 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 127 kg more than 1962 Alpine A 108.
Because 1962 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 1962 Alpine A 108. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Citroen AX (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alpine A 108 | 1987 Citroen AX | |
Make | Alpine | Citroen |
Model | A 108 | AX |
Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 58 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 62 mm |
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 | 595 kg | 722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 80 L |