1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 1954 Citroen 15
To start off, 1972 Alpine A 310 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alpine A 310 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Citroen 15 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Because 1972 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 1972 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Citroen 15, 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, 1954 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1954 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alpine A 310 | 1954 Citroen 15 | |
Make | Alpine | Citroen |
Model | A 310 | 15 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3100 mm |