1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2006 Citroen C8
To start off, 2006 Citroen C8 is newer by 30 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C8 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 951 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 110. 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, 2006 Citroen C8, 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, 2006 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 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 | 2006 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 110 | C8 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
