1978 Alpine A 310 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi 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 76 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 180 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 Volkswagen Citi, 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alpine A 310 | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
Model | A 310 | Citi |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1423 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 49 L |