1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1984 Citroen BX
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 8 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 1,646 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 33 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen BX 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, 1984 Citroen BX, 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm). This means 1976 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 1984 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 110 | BX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
