1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1971 Alpine A 110 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS.
Because 1971 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 1971 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS, 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, 1971 Alpine A 110 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 1956 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 110 | DS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
