1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1943 Citroen 7A
To start off, 1970 Alpine A 110 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Citroen 7A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Citroen 7A would be higher. At 1,628 cc (4 cylinders), 1943 Citroen 7A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 7A. (35 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 7A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Citroen 7A weights approximately 395 kg more than 1970 Alpine A 110.
Because 1970 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 1970 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1943 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:
| 1970 Alpine A 110 | 1943 Citroen 7A | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 110 | 7A |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1628 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2920 mm |
