2006 Alpina B3 vs. 1976 Citroen LN
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen LN would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1976 Citroen LN. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B3 weights approximately 744 kg more than 1976 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Alpina B3 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 2006 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Citroen LN, 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, 2006 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen LN. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 1976 Citroen LN | |
Make | Alpina | Citroen |
Model | B3 | LN |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 32 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 271 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |