1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 92 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, 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, 1970 Alpine A 110 (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alpine A 110 | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 110 | AX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
