1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 22 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) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 228 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara, 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 110 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2550 mm |
