1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 1976 Citroen CX
To start off, 1980 Alpine A 310 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 496 kg more than 1980 Alpine A 310.
Because 1980 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 1980 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX, 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, 1980 Alpine A 310 (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alpine A 310 | 1976 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 310 | CX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2347 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
