1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 25 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 285 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, 1999 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1974 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alpine A 310 | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 310 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2550 mm |
