1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2008 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 38 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 690 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, 2008 Citroen Xsara, 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, 2008 Citroen Xsara (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara 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 | 2008 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 110 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 190 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 | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
