1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 1984 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 110 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 110.
Because 1977 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 1977 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen C 15, 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, 1977 Alpine A 110 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1977 Alpine A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alpine A 110 | 1984 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Alpine | Citroen |
Model | A 110 | C 15 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1647 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 66 L |