1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1953 Citroen 15
To start off, 1970 Alpine A 110 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Citroen 15 weights approximately 695 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, 1953 Citroen 15, 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, 1953 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alpine A 110 | 1953 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Alpine | Citroen |
Model | A 110 | 15 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 6.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3100 mm |