1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1992 Citroen XM
To start off, 1992 Citroen XM is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen XM 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, 1992 Citroen XM, 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, 1992 Citroen XM (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen XM 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 | 1992 Citroen XM | |
Make | Alpine | Citroen |
Model | A 110 | XM |
Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |