1975 Alpine A 310 vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1975 Alpine A 310.
Because 1975 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 1975 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alpine A 310 | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 310 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 71 L |
