1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 2001 Alpina B 10
To start off, 2001 Alpina B 10 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 1600 | 2001 Alpina B 10 | |
Make | Abarth | Alpina |
Model | 1600 | B 10 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4619 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |