1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 1979 Citroen GSA
To start off, 1979 Citroen GSA is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,646 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 310 (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen GSA weights approximately 80 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 310.
Because 1971 Alpine A 310 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 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen GSA, 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 310 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alpine A 310 | 1979 Citroen GSA | |
Make | Alpine | Citroen |
Model | A 310 | GSA |
Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1646 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2560 mm |