1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 42 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 994 kg more than 1970 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Citroen C5, 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 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 | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 110 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 196 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 | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 71 L |
