1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 2007 Citroen C5
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,662 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 617 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 310.
Because 1976 Alpine A 310 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 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5, 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, 2007 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 310. 2007 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1976 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1976 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 310 | 2007 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 310 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1016 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 66 L |
