1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1980 Citroen LN
To start off, 1980 Citroen LN is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 110 (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alpine A 110 weights approximately 82 kg more than 1980 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Citroen LN, 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 1980 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 110 | LN |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
