1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 113 kg more than 1993 Alpine A 610.
Because 1993 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 1993 Alpine A 610. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5, 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, 1993 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C5. 2010 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1993 Alpine A 610 has manual transmission. 1993 Alpine A 610 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 610 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1520 mm |
