1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 23 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 703 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia, 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia 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 | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 110 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 21.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 174 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 | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
