1980 Alpine A 310 vs. 1978 Citroen LNA
To start off, 1980 Alpine A 310 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen LNA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen LNA 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 113 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1978 Citroen LNA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Citroen LNA, 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alpine A 310 | 1978 Citroen LNA | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 310 | LNA |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
