1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1991 Citroen ZX
To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 15 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 4 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (89 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen ZX weights approximately 208 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, 1991 Citroen ZX, 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, 1991 Citroen ZX (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 1991 Citroen ZX | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 110 | ZX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2430 mm |
