1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 1970 Alpine A 110 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 650 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, 1967 Citroen DS, 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 | 1967 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 110 | DS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
