1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 989 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 110.
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, 2009 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 110 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 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 | 635 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 71 L |
