1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1981 Alpine A 310 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alpine A 310 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 340 kg more than 1981 Alpine A 310.
Because 1981 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 1981 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS, 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, 1981 Alpine A 310 (203 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1981 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alpine A 310 | 1959 Citroen DS | |
Make | Alpine | Citroen |
Model | A 310 | DS |
Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 137 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |