1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1971 Citroen GS
To start off, 1976 Alpine A 110 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,646 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 110 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen GS weights approximately 160 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Because 1976 Alpine A 110 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 1976 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Citroen GS, 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, 1976 Alpine A 110 (128 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm). This means 1976 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 1971 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 110 | GS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 1015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 59 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 43 L |
