1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 1994 Citroen AX
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alpine A 310 (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 157 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX, 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, 1973 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alpine A 310 | 1994 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 310 | AX |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2290 mm |
