1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 1972 Citroen GS
To start off, 1984 Alpine A 310 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen GS would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alpine A 310 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1972 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Citroen GS, 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, 1984 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alpine A 310 | 1972 Citroen GS | |
Make | Alpine | Citroen |
Model | A 310 | GS |
Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 59 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |