1961 Abarth 600 vs. 2003 Alpina B3
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 1405 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. 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, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 600 | 2003 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Abarth | Alpina |
Model | 600 | B3 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 3346 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |