1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 1991 Citroen AX
To start off, 1998 Alpina B 10 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen AX would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1991 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1991 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Alpina B 10 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 1998 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Citroen AX, 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, 1998 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alpina B 10 | 1991 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Alpina | Citroen |
| Model | B 10 | AX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |
