1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 254 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Alpine A 610 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 1990 Alpine A 610. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1990 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (211 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 610 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
