1963 Alpine A 110 vs. 1945 Citroen 7A
To start off, 1963 Alpine A 110 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 7A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 7A would be higher. At 1,529 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Citroen 7A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alpine A 110 (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 7A. (35 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 7A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Citroen 7A weights approximately 325 kg more than 1963 Alpine A 110.
Because 1963 Alpine A 110 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 1963 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Citroen 7A, 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:
| 1963 Alpine A 110 | 1945 Citroen 7A | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 110 | 7A |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1529 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2920 mm |
