1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 1992 Citroen ZX

To start off, both 1992 Alpine A 610 and 1992 Citroen ZX were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1992 Citroen ZX. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1992 Citroen ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1992 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 1992 Alpine A 610. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX, 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, 1992 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen ZX. (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen ZX.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Alpine A 610 1992 Citroen ZX
Make Alpine Citroen
Model A 610 ZX
Year Released 1992 1992
Engine Size 2975 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 247 HP 121 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 357 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 2750 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1414 kg 1104 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4090 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1390 mm


 

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