1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 35 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 702 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, 2009 Citroen C5, 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 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 | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Alpine | Citroen |
Model | A 310 | C5 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1527 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |