1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 575 kg more than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Because 1974 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 1974 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX, 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, 1979 Citroen CX (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alpine A 310 | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 310 | CX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3100 mm |
