1978 Alpine A 310 vs. 2006 Citroen C4
To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 571 kg more than 1978 Alpine A 310.
Because 1978 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 1978 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4, 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, 1978 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alpine A 310 | 2006 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 310 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
