1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 2009 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 33 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 2,664 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 59 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 240 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, 2009 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 310 (209 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 310 | 2009 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 310 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 54 L |
